Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
colombiana
ID:
1412042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Woodson) J.F.Morales, M.E.Endress & Liede

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(3): 638. 2017 [23 Jun 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424507


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Description

Macropharynx colombiana (also called Colombian Macropharynx, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a single stem with many leaves and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals.

Uses & Benefits

Macropharynx colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macropharynx colombiana has small, white flowers. The seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropharynx colombiana is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Macropharynx colombiana

Macropharynx colombiana is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Macropharynx colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macropharynx colombiana?

Macropharynx colombiana

What is the family of Macropharynx colombiana?

Orchidaceae

Where is Macropharynx colombiana native to?

Colombia

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.
Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.
Mary Endress (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Endress' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.